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Community Forest and Open Space Conservation Program

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Posted: Aug 12, 2026
Amount: $1 - $600,000
Closes: Oct 13, 2026 (in 61 days)

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Classification and identifiers

Solicitation number: USDA-FS-2026-CFP
Assistance listing (CFDA): 10.689

Amount

$1 - $600,000

Who can apply

Local governmentsTribal governmentsNonprofits

Local government agencies and Nonprofits, including small and volunteer-run organizations can all apply here. Check the eligibility details below to see if your organization fits.

Eligible local governments are any municipal government, county government, or other local government with jurisdiction over local land use decisions. Eligible Indian Tribes are federally recognized Indian tribes and Alaska Native Corporations. Qualified nonprofit organizations eligible for this opportunity are organizations that are consistent with Section 170(h)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code and operates in accordance with one or more of the conservation purposes.

About this opportunity

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Forest Service, State, Private & Tribal Forestry, is requesting applications for the Community Forest and Open Space Conservation Program (Community Forest Program or CFP). CFP is a competitive grant program that provides financial assistance to Indian Tribes, local governments, and qualified conservation non-profit organizations to establish community forests through the fee simple acquisition of private forest land. The purpose of the program is to establish community forests by protecting forestland from conversion to non-forest uses and provide community benefits including public recreation, environmental and economic benefits, and forest-based educational programs. Public access is required for all projects. Ap plications are not submitted el...